Bills of Exchange Act (Chapter 23): Primary legislation governing negotiable instruments including promissory notes in Singapore, setting out fundamental requirements for validity and enforcement
Contracts Act (Chapter 53): Foundational law governing contract formation, validity, and enforcement in Singapore, essential for the underlying contractual aspects of the promissory note
Moneylenders Act (Chapter 188): Regulates moneylending activities in Singapore, may be applicable if the promissory note involves licensed moneylenders or related financing arrangements
Civil Law Act (Chapter 43): Contains provisions affecting civil obligations and remedies, including those relating to contracts and commercial transactions
Evidence Act (Chapter 97): Governs the admissibility of evidence in legal proceedings, including requirements for documentary evidence which affects how the promissory note should be executed and maintained
Stamp Duties Act (Chapter 312): Determines stamp duty obligations for various instruments including promissory notes, specifying tax obligations and timing requirements
Limitation Act (Chapter 163): Sets time limits for bringing legal actions, including enforcement of promissory notes and debt obligations
Banking Act (Chapter 19): Regulates banking institutions and their activities, relevant if the promissory note involves regulated financial institutions
Securities and Futures Act (Chapter 289): May apply if the promissory note could be classified as a security, governing trading and securities regulations
MAS Guidelines: Regulatory guidelines issued by the Monetary Authority of Singapore that may affect the structuring and execution of financial instruments
Electronic Transactions Act: Governs the legal recognition and use of electronic transactions and signatures, relevant if the promissory note will be executed electronically
